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Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Pubs are 'back in the groove' says popular Bexley landlord
The landlord of a popular pub in Bexleyheath has said the focus is fully on the future after a difficult year for the industry, and says things are flourishing after a bumpy reopening.
Sat, 08 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100East London pub that was once a hotel named after Queen Elizabeth
Pictured above is the Queen Elizabeth Hotel on Forest Side (formerly Queen Elizabeth's Hill) in Chingford in 1911.
Sat, 08 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100Aldi and Lidl reveal the biggest bargains you can find this weekend
You'll be able to pick up a range of bargains from the Aldi and Lidl this weekend.
Fri, 07 May 2021 20:50:00 +0100London Assembly Election: The results so far
The Conservative Party has held the London Assembly constituency seat of West Central, as the first election results roll in.
Fri, 07 May 2021 16:35:54 +0100London Mayor election: Sadiq Khan has narrow lead
Sadiq Khan currently has a narrow lead over Shaun Bailey in the early stages of the race to become Mayor of London.
Fri, 07 May 2021 16:26:45 +0100Review: why I visited The Charles Holden twice in one week
In the heart of Colliers Wood, opposite the underground station, you will find The Charles Holden.
Fri, 07 May 2021 15:38:25 +0100Greenwich Byron burger death: Family criticise compensation
The family of a teenager who died unknowingly eating food he was allergic to at a Byron Burger restaurant in Greenwich say they have not been properly compensated.
Fri, 07 May 2021 14:08:21 +0100NHS hand Nonsuch Mansion back to owners following success
Staff and volunteers have been praised at the Nonsuch Mansion vaccination centre after helping protect thousands of people, as it now closes its doors.
Fri, 07 May 2021 13:03:58 +0100Sutton teen shares experience with youth justice scheme
A teenager from Sutton speaks on how a youth scheme has helped him look towards a "brighter future" instead of going down a troubling path.
Fri, 07 May 2021 17:42:07 +0100Grant Shapps announces 12 countries you can travel to from May 17
Turkey, the Maldives and Nepal have been added to the red list.
Fri, 07 May 2021 14:17:24 +0100Polka Theatre set for summer reopening after £8.5m makeover
After more than two years closed, a well-loved children’s theatre is preparing to reopen this summer following an £8.5 million makeover.
Fri, 07 May 2021 12:34:08 +0100Southwark makes changes to Great Suffolk Street LTN
Southwark Council has made changes to its Great Suffolk Street Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) after journey times for locals increased.
Fri, 07 May 2021 12:06:41 +0100Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine: Blood clot symptoms to look out for
Under-40s will now be offered an alternative to the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine as a precaution.
Fri, 07 May 2021 11:56:42 +0100Under-40s to be offered alternative to AstraZeneca jab amid blood clot fears
The policy has previously applied to those under 30 but the age threshold has been raised.
Fri, 07 May 2021 08:27:04 +0100Witness appeal after catalytic converter theft in Nonsuch Park
Drivers have been warned to protect their cars after a catalytic converter was stolen in Nonsuch Park.
Fri, 07 May 2021 10:28:57 +0100Grant Shapps will unveil holiday green list today - 4 things he could announce
With overseas travel set to be permitted from May 17, destinations will be ranked in either red, amber or green in a traffic light system.
Fri, 07 May 2021 10:07:01 +0100London Mayor and Assembly elections - when to expect results
Voters casting their ballots for the Mayor of London and London Assembly members today will have to wait until the weekend to find out the results.
Fri, 07 May 2021 09:06:00 +0100Another abduction attempt reported of boy, 8, in Beckenham
Another abduction attempt has been reported in Beckenham just 500 metres from an attempt on a young schoolboy that same afternoon.
Fri, 07 May 2021 21:29:57 +0100Sahota set for third Ealing and Hillingdon term and pledges LTN appraisal
Labour Party candidate Dr Onkar Sahota will serve as Ealing and Hillingdon’s London Assembly Member for a third term after holding off Conservative candidate Gregory Stafford.
Fri, 07 May 2021 21:29:30 +0100Sahota set for third Ealing & Hillingdon term
Labour Party candidate Dr Onkar Sahota will serve as Ealing and Hillingdon’s London assembly member for a third term.
Fri, 07 May 2021 20:50:00 +0100London Assembly election: The results so far
The Conservative Party has held the London Assembly constituency seat of West Central, as the first election results roll in.
Fri, 07 May 2021 20:33:50 +0100Onkar Singh Sahota HOLDS Ealing & Hillingdon for Labour
Labour’s incumbent Ealing and Hillingdon London Assembly member Dr Onkar Sahota held onto his seat after winning a majority of the vote-share.
Fri, 07 May 2021 20:30:59 +0100Labour’s Dr Onkar Sahota re-elected as London Assembly Member for Ealing and Hillingdon
Labour’s incumbent Ealing and Hillingdon London Assembly member Dr Onkar Sahota will hold on to his seat after winning a majority of the vote share.
Fri, 07 May 2021 17:49:32 +0100Annual Sobell hospice plant sale makes welcome return
THE annual Michael Sobell Hospice plant sale makes its welcome return on Saturday, May 22, 10am-12 for lovers of all things gardening.
Fri, 07 May 2021 17:30:00 +0100Whipsnade Zoo welcomes baby animals this spring
It’s that time of year again when we get to see a flurry of adorable baby animals with cheeky names popping up.
Fri, 07 May 2021 17:13:46 +0100Targeted COVID testing in Ruislip after S African variant identified
A SINGLE case of the COVID-19 South African variant has been identified in Ruislip.
Fri, 07 May 2021 16:36:35 +0100London Mayor election: Sadiq Khan has narrow lead
Sadiq Khan currently has a narrow lead over Shaun Bailey in the early stages of the race to become Mayor of London.
Fri, 07 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100Enfield Council not accrediting media for by-election count
Enfield Council has said it is not accrediting journalists to observe the count for three by-elections.
Fri, 07 May 2021 15:15:57 +0100Ealing wards held in by-election stalemate
The results of the Hanger Hill, Hobbayne and Ealing Broadway by-elections were announced today, with all three wards held.
Fri, 07 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100Old Redding Harrow Viewpoint car park to reopen in summer
A car park that was temporarily closed due to continued anti-social behaviour is set to reopen in July.
Fri, 07 May 2021 14:04:25 +0100Labour candidate takes Brent’s Brondesbury Park by-election
Labour held onto the third seat in a tightly contested ward to maintain its 55-councillor majority in Brent.
Fri, 07 May 2021 14:01:08 +0100Conservatives narrowly hold Hanger Hill ward
Conservative candidate Fabio Conti has been elected as a councillor for the Hanger Hill ward in Ealing as the Conservatives held the ward.
Fri, 07 May 2021 13:08:04 +0100Conservative candidate Darran Davies wins Charville by-election in Hillingdon
Conservative party candidate Darran Davies has won the Charville ward by-election in Hillingdon.
Fri, 07 May 2021 13:00:00 +0100New schemes to help parents with childcare in Barnet
A hub will be set up to help parents in Barnet affected by poor mental health, relationship difficulties and addictions.
Fri, 07 May 2021 11:55:16 +0100Man charged with murder after fatal stabbing at Brent Cross
A man has been charged with murder a fatal a stabbing at Brent Cross Shopping Centre.
Fri, 07 May 2021 10:10:02 +0100Finn's Law passed to increase prison sentences
A new law has been passed meaning anyone who injures a police animal could spend up to five years in prison.
Fri, 07 May 2021 08:49:37 +0100Police continue search for wanted man after assault in Enfield
Police are continuing efforts to trace the whereabouts of a wanted man.
Fri, 07 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Panthera becomes the world’s first clinical trial site to administer Valneva’s Covid-19 vaccine
Panthera Biopartners is recruiting volunteer patients for the world’s first clinical trial of Valneva’s Covid-19 vaccine.
Fri, 07 May 2021 15:55:00 +0100The 25th anniversary of the saving of Elstree Studios
I KNOW time flies, or as we say in Borehamwood tempus fugit but I cannot believe this year marks the 25th anniversary of the saving of Elstree Studios. In 1996 Hertsmere Council stepped in and purchased the remaining 15 acres of the studio for less t...
Fri, 07 May 2021 09:59:58 +0100West Way Nissan teams up with WellChild children's charity
Southampton's West Way Nissan dealership is joining forces with WellChild children's health charity.
Fri, 07 May 2021 07:33:00 +0100Every lockdown rule change you need to know before May 17
This month, we will see further sectors of the economy allowed to reopen, as well as the possible resumption of international travel.
Fri, 07 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100Greggs urgently recall bakes over fears they may contain glass
Customers are being warned not to eat the products and return for a full refund.
Thu, 06 May 2021 09:41:39 +0100London elections recap: South Londoners at the polls
We're bringing you the latest updates throughout the day as Londoners head to the polls to vote for the next London Mayor and their London Assembly members
Thu, 06 May 2021 12:04:16 +0100London Mayor and Assembly elections - when to expect results
Voters casting their ballots for the Mayor of London and London Assembly members today will have to wait until the weekend to find out the results.
Thu, 06 May 2021 17:37:04 +0100Man 'given 1% chance to live' after Bexley attack
Doctors gave a man left with a fractured skull and traumatic brain injury following an attack outside a Bexleyheath nightclub just one per cent chance to live.
Thu, 06 May 2021 17:06:01 +0100Campaign launched to save Wavelengths leisure pool Deptford
More than 1,000 people signed a petition to save a leisure pool in Deptford within 24 hours of a local campaign’s launch.
Thu, 06 May 2021 09:32:17 +0100What are you voting for today? What you need to know about Super Thursday
There are key issues at play in what will be the biggest indicator of public opinion outside a general election.
Thu, 06 May 2021 17:56:53 +0100Hospital order for Greenwich man who mowed down Amazon woman
A mentally-ill man from Greenwich who drove his car into a woman at an Amazon distribution centre has been sentenced to a hospital order for her attempted murder.
Thu, 06 May 2021 17:08:32 +0100Colliers Wood voters speak out on election day
Knife crime, helping London businesses recover from Covid and bringing your own pencil to vote are among the election issues discussed by local voters in Colliers Wood today (May 6).
Thu, 06 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Greenwich Theatre reveals reopening with trio of plays
Greenwich Theatre has announced it's long-awaited reopening, with a trio of revived works opening in June.